Guidebook for Fort Lauderdale
Food Scene
This place is open air with great decor and wonderful foodie food! You will love it! This is also a short walk away.
13 locals recommend
Mind Your Manors
2045 Wilton DrThis place is open air with great decor and wonderful foodie food! You will love it! This is also a short walk away.
Have not actually been here yet but have heard rave reviews on food and atmosphere!
18 locals recommend
Bubbles & Pearls
2037 Wilton DrHave not actually been here yet but have heard rave reviews on food and atmosphere!
Great breakfast and overall and really lovely open air place to get food, bullet coffee or wine!
90 locals recommend
The Alchemist
2430 NE 13th AveGreat breakfast and overall and really lovely open air place to get food, bullet coffee or wine!
Candela Restaurant
2909 NE 6th AveSpanish Tapas and great wine list... a romantic nook.
Some of the best Thai I have had... the place is bustling and well loved. Decor and food are beautiful and yummy.
86 locals recommend
Tee Jay Thai Sushi | Wilton Manors
2254 Wilton DriveSome of the best Thai I have had... the place is bustling and well loved. Decor and food are beautiful and yummy.
What The Pho
2033 Wilton DrBecause who doesn't love PHO???
Storks Bakery
2505 NE 15th AveBustling am bakery and coffee stop.
Louie Bossi's Ristorante, Bar & Pizzeria is a high-energy Italian eatery located on the famed Las Olas Boulevard in Fort Lauderdale. We all know restaurants where the linguine or the spaghetti is made in-house. But at Louie Bossi's, they're making 14 different shapes of pasta. They're making their own bread and pizza dough. This is the new "hip" place right now from the owners of Rocco's Taco and Big City Tavern.
284 locals recommend
Louie Bossi's Ristorante Bar Pizzeria
1032 E Las Olas BlvdLouie Bossi's Ristorante, Bar & Pizzeria is a high-energy Italian eatery located on the famed Las Olas Boulevard in Fort Lauderdale. We all know restaurants where the linguine or the spaghetti is made in-house. But at Louie Bossi's, they're making 14 different shapes of pasta. They're making their own bread and pizza dough. This is the new "hip" place right now from the owners of Rocco's Taco and Big City Tavern.
Buzzing Mexican hot spot doling out classic dishes & snacks, plus over 400 varieties of tequila.
264 locals recommend
Rocco's Tacos & Tequila Bar
1313 E Las Olas BlvdBuzzing Mexican hot spot doling out classic dishes & snacks, plus over 400 varieties of tequila.
Informal American bistro serving hearty dinner entrees plus upscale brunch dishes on weekends. Best brunch in my book.
98 locals recommend
The Foxy Brown
476 North Federal HighwayInformal American bistro serving hearty dinner entrees plus upscale brunch dishes on weekends. Best brunch in my book.
Hot bistro merging Southwestern fare with global cuisine & known for chocolate bread pudding and prickly pear margaritas. No reservations... walk in only and usually a line because food and drinks are fantastic! Wed night is ladies night though if you want to try the prickly pear margaritas... get there early!
60 locals recommend
Canyon Restaurant
620 South Federal HighwayHot bistro merging Southwestern fare with global cuisine & known for chocolate bread pudding and prickly pear margaritas. No reservations... walk in only and usually a line because food and drinks are fantastic! Wed night is ladies night though if you want to try the prickly pear margaritas... get there early!
For those with pure fresh coffee indulgence in mind, come satisfy your desires with our freshly roasted, ground and siphoned coffee.
The Revenant Coffee House & Eatery
2301 NE 26th StFor those with pure fresh coffee indulgence in mind, come satisfy your desires with our freshly roasted, ground and siphoned coffee.
Gastropub with vaulted ceilings & a huge bar accompanying a menu of elevated bar food & sandwiches.
67 locals recommend
Royal Pig Pub & Kitchen
350 E Las Olas BlvdGastropub with vaulted ceilings & a huge bar accompanying a menu of elevated bar food & sandwiches.
Posh, stylish venue for meats carved tableside, ample salad bar, outdoor bar & weeknight happy hour.
123 locals recommend
Chima Steakhouse
2400 E Las Olas BlvdPosh, stylish venue for meats carved tableside, ample salad bar, outdoor bar & weeknight happy hour.
It is on the corner just a walk away. They are a family run business that just opened in November. It's cozy the food is good and Italian desserts never disappoint.
Buon Appetito
1100 NE 4th AveIt is on the corner just a walk away. They are a family run business that just opened in November. It's cozy the food is good and Italian desserts never disappoint.
Another oldie, but goodie, Lester's has been around since the '60's and it's the epitome of diner chic -- if such a thing exists -- and most of its servers have been around since the placed opened up. Another 'round-the-clock place, the spot is jam-packed on weekends around 4 a.m. and again for daylight creature's normal breakfast time of nine in the morning. From self-proclaimed fluffy omelets, available in vegetarian, Spanish, western, and plain old American cheese among others to Belgian waffles and homemade pastries, its worth the late-night or morning lines. Don't worry, they provide a bench in the expectation of a lengthy wait.
60 locals recommend
Lester's Diner
250 FL-84Another oldie, but goodie, Lester's has been around since the '60's and it's the epitome of diner chic -- if such a thing exists -- and most of its servers have been around since the placed opened up. Another 'round-the-clock place, the spot is jam-packed on weekends around 4 a.m. and again for daylight creature's normal breakfast time of nine in the morning. From self-proclaimed fluffy omelets, available in vegetarian, Spanish, western, and plain old American cheese among others to Belgian waffles and homemade pastries, its worth the late-night or morning lines. Don't worry, they provide a bench in the expectation of a lengthy wait.
Locally sourced, upscale eatery serving New American & coastal cuisine along with sushi & drinks. This is a hip spot... expect a wait.
23 locals recommend
S3-Sun Surf Sand
505 North Fort Lauderdale Beach BoulevardLocally sourced, upscale eatery serving New American & coastal cuisine along with sushi & drinks. This is a hip spot... expect a wait.
Chill, beachy hangout on the Intracoastal dishing seafood & Sunday brunch while yachts cruise by. The Oyster house next door has great food as well.
189 locals recommend
Coconuts
429 Seabreeze BlvdChill, beachy hangout on the Intracoastal dishing seafood & Sunday brunch while yachts cruise by. The Oyster house next door has great food as well.
Drinks & Nightlife
Nice way to meet the locals. It's an older crowd...
18 locals recommend
Tropics Piano Bar & Restaurant
Nice way to meet the locals. It's an older crowd...
They have a great happy hour and usually local entertainment from 5-7pm. They will keep you entertained and also when it is stone crab season.... this is your place!
53 locals recommend
Truluck's
701 E Sunrise BlvdThey have a great happy hour and usually local entertainment from 5-7pm. They will keep you entertained and also when it is stone crab season.... this is your place!
OMG great burgers, great dessert, great service and great brunch...
146 locals recommend
Rosie's Bar & Grill
2449 Wilton DrOMG great burgers, great dessert, great service and great brunch...
Mostly bar food but quality.... best value on the Wilton Manors strip.
35 locals recommend
The Pub Wilton Manors
2283 Wilton DrMostly bar food but quality.... best value on the Wilton Manors strip.
Gay hangout with a contemporary feel featuring cocktails, pool & karaoke, plus DJs & dancing.
80 locals recommend
Hunters Nightclub
2232-2238 Wilton DrGay hangout with a contemporary feel featuring cocktails, pool & karaoke, plus DJs & dancing.
Lively gay hangout with a patio, entertainment & a wide range of American eats served all day.
24 locals recommend
Rumors Bar & Grill
2426 Wilton DrLively gay hangout with a patio, entertainment & a wide range of American eats served all day.
Slick space offering dozens of craft beers on draft, plus creative burgers & cocktails.Slick space offering dozens of craft beers on draft, plus creative burgers & cocktails.
184 locals recommend
TAP 42
1411 S Andrews AveSlick space offering dozens of craft beers on draft, plus creative burgers & cocktails.Slick space offering dozens of craft beers on draft, plus creative burgers & cocktails.
Low-key gastrobar with craft beers & drinks sold via stock market–style "ticker" & upscale pub grub.
Bull Market
210 Southwest 2nd StreetLow-key gastrobar with craft beers & drinks sold via stock market–style "ticker" & upscale pub grub.
Breezy, no-frills beachside sports bar with a pirate theme known for its Taco Tuesdays & live music.
8 locals recommend
Treasure Trove
2933 SE 5th StBreezy, no-frills beachside sports bar with a pirate theme known for its Taco Tuesdays & live music.
Because Vinos is a relaxed and unique place to enjoy fine wine, craft beer and light fare with a knowledgeable and friendly staff.
25 locals recommend
Vinos on Las Olas
901 E Las Olas BlvdBecause Vinos is a relaxed and unique place to enjoy fine wine, craft beer and light fare with a knowledgeable and friendly staff.
Lively gathering place for seafood dishes, a raw bar & burgers, plus popular happy hours.
Tarpon Bend
Lively gathering place for seafood dishes, a raw bar & burgers, plus popular happy hours.
Beautiful waterfront restaurant. Historic, lots of character inside and out. A must see if you are in Fort Lauderdale. It's a real hidden gem right on the New River. Good happy hour and also can pull up by boat or take the water taxi or the bar hopping ferry from here.
30 locals recommend
The DownTowner
10 S New River Dr EBeautiful waterfront restaurant. Historic, lots of character inside and out. A must see if you are in Fort Lauderdale. It's a real hidden gem right on the New River. Good happy hour and also can pull up by boat or take the water taxi or the bar hopping ferry from here.
Apothecary 330 is now serving up craft cocktails (and plenty of whiskey) right next door to the newly opened Pizzacraft. But don’t bother looking for a clearly marked entrance. It doesn’t exist. Guests can enter through a side door located within the pizzeria...“It’s on purpose. Think: Speakeasy,”
13 locals recommend
Pizza Craft Artisan Pizzeria & Cocktail Bar
330 Himmarshee StApothecary 330 is now serving up craft cocktails (and plenty of whiskey) right next door to the newly opened Pizzacraft. But don’t bother looking for a clearly marked entrance. It doesn’t exist. Guests can enter through a side door located within the pizzeria...“It’s on purpose. Think: Speakeasy,”
Upscale gastropub with a self-serve beer station, TVs for sports-viewing & updated comfort food.
192 locals recommend
American Social
721 E Las Olas BlvdUpscale gastropub with a self-serve beer station, TVs for sports-viewing & updated comfort food.
Sightseeing
They have monkeys here.... need I say more? The more is that it is moments from the beach.
314 locals recommend
Bonnet House Museum & Gardens
900 N Birch RdThey have monkeys here.... need I say more? The more is that it is moments from the beach.
The water taxi is one of the best ways to see the city hands down! There are many stops and you can hop on and hop off for a set price for the day. Must do!
46 locals recommend
Water Taxi Stop
1900 SE 15th StThe water taxi is one of the best ways to see the city hands down! There are many stops and you can hop on and hop off for a set price for the day. Must do!
See Fort Lauderdale from the water from a kayak or SUP with a great tour guide.
13 locals recommend
Atlantic Coast Kayak Company
1937 Wilton DrSee Fort Lauderdale from the water from a kayak or SUP with a great tour guide.
Experience the Fort Lauderdale and Hollywood Beach areas of Florida like never before on this entertaining 1- or 2-hour guided, small-group Segway tour. In a small group limited to just eight people, cruise down the Hollywood Beach Boardwalk to see the sights.
34 locals recommend
Hollywood Brewing Company
290 N BroadwalkExperience the Fort Lauderdale and Hollywood Beach areas of Florida like never before on this entertaining 1- or 2-hour guided, small-group Segway tour. In a small group limited to just eight people, cruise down the Hollywood Beach Boardwalk to see the sights.
Enjoy the sights and sounds of Fort Lauderdale from the water on this 1.5-hour narrated cruise along the city’s riverfront. Learn about Fort Lauderdale’s famous marinas and piers from the canopied observation deck or inside the climate-controlled cabin. See the luxurious mansions and yachts along Millionaire’s Row, stretching from Tarpon Bend to the Intracoastal Waterway.
33 locals recommend
Riverfront Cruises
2670 SW 3rd AveEnjoy the sights and sounds of Fort Lauderdale from the water on this 1.5-hour narrated cruise along the city’s riverfront. Learn about Fort Lauderdale’s famous marinas and piers from the canopied observation deck or inside the climate-controlled cabin. See the luxurious mansions and yachts along Millionaire’s Row, stretching from Tarpon Bend to the Intracoastal Waterway.
Parks & Nature
Great park for BBQ's, for biking, kayaking, nature walks and also parking for the beach.
391 locals recommend
Hugh Taylor Birch State Park
3109 E Sunrise BlvdGreat park for BBQ's, for biking, kayaking, nature walks and also parking for the beach.
Absolutely lovely walking tours through these Japanese Gardens just a short drive away.
344 locals recommend
Morikami Museum & Japanese Gardens
4000 Morikami Park RdAbsolutely lovely walking tours through these Japanese Gardens just a short drive away.
This is where you will see the gators you were looking to see...They have a great tram tour and also bike rentals and a huge loop that will take about 2 hours.
80 locals recommend
Shark Valley Visitor Center
36000 SW 8th StThis is where you will see the gators you were looking to see...They have a great tram tour and also bike rentals and a huge loop that will take about 2 hours.
There is a lot to do here from hikes, to fishing, to gator airboat tours.... spend the day.
350 locals recommend
Everglades National Park
There is a lot to do here from hikes, to fishing, to gator airboat tours.... spend the day.
Shopping
Very convenient and quaint shopping mall just a few minutes away.
653 locals recommend
The Galleria at Fort Lauderdale
2414 E Sunrise BlvdVery convenient and quaint shopping mall just a few minutes away.
Out of the Closet - Fort Lauderdale
1785 E Sunrise BlvdGreat thrift store!
Entertainment & Activities
Fishing Headquarters
301 Seabreeze BlvdEven if you don't catch a fish you will have a blast!
This is great for kids to explore the museum of science and there is also an IMAX theater for your enjoyment.
444 locals recommend
Museum of Discovery and Science
401 SW 2nd StThis is great for kids to explore the museum of science and there is also an IMAX theater for your enjoyment.
The Dania Pier is an exciting place for expert anglers and novice fishermen. And its location has made it a favorite tourist attraction for years.
99 locals recommend
Dania Beach Pier
300 N Beach RdThe Dania Pier is an exciting place for expert anglers and novice fishermen. And its location has made it a favorite tourist attraction for years.
Easily get over to the island of Grand Bahama from Fort Lauderdale with this round-trip ferry ticket. Board the ‘Balearia Caribbean’ for a 3.5-hour ride across the Atlantic Ocean to Freeport Harbour, and then enjoy about five hours of free time to go snorkeling, relax on white-sand beaches, explore by scooter, and more.
7 locals recommend
Baleària Caribbean Passenger Terminal
2021 Eller DrEasily get over to the island of Grand Bahama from Fort Lauderdale with this round-trip ferry ticket. Board the ‘Balearia Caribbean’ for a 3.5-hour ride across the Atlantic Ocean to Freeport Harbour, and then enjoy about five hours of free time to go snorkeling, relax on white-sand beaches, explore by scooter, and more.
Getting Around
Enterprise Rent-A-Car
1311 E Sunrise BlvdThis is just around the corner and very competitive rates.
The water taxi is one of the best ways to see the city hands down! There are many stops and you can hop on and off for a set price for the day. Must do!
36 locals recommend
Water Taxi Stop #2
The water taxi is one of the best ways to see the city hands down! There are many stops and you can hop on and off for a set price for the day. Must do!